What method did Cabral use to retaliate against the attack in Calicut?
Diplomatic negotiations
Economic sanctions
Looting and bombardment
Espionage
Answer
After the attack on the Portuguese in Calicut, Cabral retaliated by looting and burning the Arab fleet and bombarding the city. This was in response to the ruler's failure to explain the unexpected attack.
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